Allen, Rebeca (age 13)

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Maker
Allen, Rebeca (age 13)
Date made
1783
Origin
MA (?) US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: both missing J. Numbers 1-9. Various stitched lines. Across the bottom are three hills, a basket of flowers on each. Single cross stitch border all four sides.
Inscription
Rebeca / Allen work in (hill)? the thirteen year of her age / Born 1770 / July 15 Year //
Length Without Frame
10"
Width Without Frame
8 1/8"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#199.1931 Museum purchase
Owner
Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, MO
Owner Private
Saint Louis Art Museum